Su-30SM
Type: Multirole Fighter
Domain: air
Country of Origin: Russia
Manufacturer: Sukhoi
Overview
Advanced twin-engine multirole fighter on order for the Uzbek Air and Air Defence Forces. The Su-30SM represents a major upgrade from legacy Soviet fighters. Features thrust-vectoring engines, Bars-R PESA radar, and capability for wide range of Russian air-to-air and air-to-surface weapons. Will become the most capable combat aircraft in Central Asia upon delivery.
Technical Specifications
| Crew | 2 (tandem) |
|---|---|
| Type | Heavy Multirole Fighter |
| Radar | NIIP N011M Bars PESA |
| Length | 21.94 m |
| Engines | 2x Saturn AL-31FP (122.6 kN AB each) |
| Armament | 1x 30mm GSh-30-1; 12 hardpoints; R-77, R-74, Kh-29, Kh-31, Kh-59 |
| Wingspan | 14.7 m |
| Max Speed | Mach 2.0 (2,120 km/h) |
| Combat Radius | 1,500 km |
| Service Ceiling | 17,300 m |
Operators
- Cambodia
- Uzbekistan
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